Tax Principal

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)•Boston, MA

1d•$165,000 - $300,000•Hybrid

About The Position

CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm dedicated to creating opportunities for clients, employees, and communities through a range of services including wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing. The firm emphasizes a culture that values diverse perspectives to better serve clients and colleagues. This Tax Principal or Signing Director role is based in one of CLA's New England offices (Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut) and requires a high level of expertise in client advisory, service advocacy, relationship development, and leadership within their industry.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s in accounting, Taxation or related field
Current CPA licensure required. (JD or EA may be accepted in lieu of CPA).
10+ years of public accounting experience in a tax role with a public accounting and/or professional services firm

Responsibilities

Lead a team of tax and industry professionals to deliver tax compliance and consulting services.
Mentor the team to develop a deep understanding of client businesses and deliver firm services to meet client needs.
Assume full responsibility for all services for clients in a book of business.
Review and sign engagement letters, discuss the nature and terms of assignments with clients and staff, and approve fees.
Review and approve work papers and tax returns prepared by staff.
Review and sign client deliverables.
Keep current on tax law changes.
Actively develop new business and expand services to existing clients.
Demonstrate commitment to the firm through a willingness to devote time to the practice.